5 Essential Tips for Buying a Home in Greater Vancouver (Insider’s Guide)
Posted on Aug 08, 2025 in Real Estate Life
Learn 5 insider tips for buying a home in GV from a local agent who’s helped move-up buyers find homes in top school zones, near parks, and in lifestyle-rich neighbourhoods.Buying a home in Greater Vancouver is never just about square footage — it’s about securing the lifestyle, location, and future value that’s right for your family.
As a move-up b...
Vancouver Real Estate 2025: Should You Buy Now or Wait?
Posted on Jul 31, 2025 in Real Estate Life
Pondering a move this year still ? We break down what’s happening in the 2025 in Vancouver real estate market to help you decide whether buying now is the right fit for your goals.Navigating the 2025 Vancouver Market
The Vancouver real estate market in 2025 looks different than it did a year or two ago. Interest rates are steady, inventory levels ar...
📍Schools, parks, growth potential—learn the 6-step strategy to picking the right community when leaving condo life behind.
Posted on Jul 04, 2025 in Real Estate Life
Choosing the Right Vancouver Neighbourhood for Lifestyle
Upsizing from a condo to a house is a major milestone—especially for growing families. But in a diverse city like Vancouver, choosing the right neighbourhood can feel overwhelming. From access to top-rated schools to future development potential and lifestyle fit, there are many factors to con...
From Skyscrapers to Seawalls: Comparing NY and YVR Housing Markets
Posted on Apr 13, 2025 in Real Estate Life
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🏙️ NYC vs. YVR Real Estate at a Glance
🧾 1. Price Snapshot
Avg. Condo Price $1.2M vs. $890K
Avg. Detached Home $2.8M vs $2.2M
Price per Sq. Ft $1,700 vs $1,300
🗽 NYC leads in pricing but also has more volume and luxury tiers.
📊 2. Investment & Rental Metrics
Rent Yield (Avg.) 3.2% vs 2.6%
🗽 NYC leads in pricing but also has more volume and luxury tiers.
📊 2. Investment & Rental Metrics
Rent Yield (Avg.) 3.2% vs 2.6%
Vacancy Rate ~3.5% vs 1.2%
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Canadian Home Insurance Premiums to Surge After Record Year of Weather-Related Losses
Posted on Jan 16, 2025 in Real Estate Life
Home insurers are not restricted by geographical area. Homeowners may also be able to save by purchasing insurance coverage with a company that is not in their immediate location. Shopping around for better deals instead of just renewing your policy annually.
With many in California losing their livelihoods after being unable to get insurance, the f...
Decoding GV Real Estate: Tax Hikes, Appeals, and the 5D's
Posted on Dec 13, 2023 in Real Estate Life
The real estate landscape in GV (Greater Vancouver) is subject to multifaceted influences, ranging from government policies and building associations to transportation plans and infrastructure developments. Notably, the upcoming 7.6% increase in property taxes in 2024 by COV (City of Vancouver) and rising CAC (Community Amenity Contributions) for n...
